Explore in Cape Verde

Topo de Coroa Volcano

Cape Verde's second-highest summit at 1,979 metres, Topo de Coroa can be climbed in a day from the village of Curral das Vacas on Santo Antão island.

Plage de Laginha

Laginha Beach

In Mindelo, on the island of São Vicente, Praia da Laginha is an 800-meter urban beach with calm waters, ideal for swimming and watching sunsets over Santo Antão.

Cova Crater

A volcanic caldera on Santo Antão with cultivated floor and wooded slopes, Cova Crater marks the departure point for Cape Verde's most renowned hikes.

Mindelo

The City of Mindelo

The cultural capital of Cape Verde and birthplace of Cesária Évora, Mindelo pulses to the rhythm of morna and carnival. Our complete guide to São Vicente.